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Construction Site Manager Degree Apprenticeship

As a construction manager, you will be involved in the planning and coordination of a project from concept to completion, ensuring the client’s needs are met.

Our accredited programme is developed with industry partners. Working in interdisciplinary teams, apprentices gain experience of projects and scenarios that reflect the professional environment, building knowledge and skills through site visits, field trips and practical laboratory workshops. Our specialist equipment includes the latest technologies, including BIM, to help bring learning to life.

The programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), the world's largest professional body for construction management and leadership. Accreditation is recognition of the quality of our programme, shows that it meets the CIOB educational framework and provides assurance to clients and professionals in the building industry.

Make sure that you’ve read the FAQs, and that you meet the eligibility criteria, before you submit an application.

key information

University of Brighton award Construction Management BSc(Hons)

Apprenticeship standard Construction Site Management (Degree)

Level 6

Start date September 2022

Application close date June 2022

Duration 3 years

Location Moulsecoomb

Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building

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Programme details

Programme structure

Apprentices attend university one day a week during term time and will continue to have one day per week off-the-job learning out of term.

With support from the employer, apprentices are required to spend 20% of paid working hours on studies and be able to evidence this. This is a statutory requirement for apprenticeships and the funding is conditional on this being met.

Off-the-job learning includes activities which have not previously been a part of the role or furthers apprentices development into new areas.

CIOB

Our programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).

Modules

Year 1

  • Construction Project Management Professional Practice
  • Indoor Environment and Building Services
  • Construction Project Management
  • Building Information Modelling

Year 2

  • Construction Methods and Technology for Apprentices
  • Cost and Contract Administration for Apprentices
  • Project Planning and Analysis
  • Principles of Sustainable Construction

Year 3

  • Construction Risk and Financial Analysis
  • Construction Management
  • Honours Project for Apprentices

Core skills 

Upon completion of the programme, apprentices will be equipped to:

  • identify, obtain and process information required to manage projects
  • source, collect, interpret and synthesise different types of data pertaining to the broader context of projects
  • gather and present evidence from a range of primary and secondary sources
  • identify the standards required by clients and other stakeholders
  • work within the CIOB rules and regulations of Professional Competence and Conduct
  • develop a reasoned and critical argument through the integration of primary and secondary materials
  • apply the skills of problem analysis
  • manage legal and contractual matters relating to the site 
  • set and review objectives, identify resources and their limitations
  • plan activities to ensure project completion on time and within the client approved budget
  • manage team members and specialist contractors
  • develop methodologies for appraising project requirements and provide technological and construction solutions
  • identify and manage risks to health, safety and welfare in line with legislation and develop safe systems of work
  • manage construction activities in a way that contributes to sustainable development.

Teaching and assessment

With support from the employer, apprentices are required to spend 20% of paid working hours on studies and be able to evidence this. This is a statutory requirement for apprenticeships and the funding is conditional on this being met. Off-the-job training includes activities which have not previously been a part of the role and will further develop the apprentice in new areas.

The learning approach in the first and second years is for apprentices to be encouraged and supported to achieve their learning potential and develop their confidence through tutor-led and work based learning. This progressively becomes more learner-centred towards the later stages of the programme, whereby apprentices are able to operate in complex and unpredictable contexts. Apprentices learn through:

  • lectures
  • tutorials
  • seminars
  • laboratory and practical classes
  • fieldwork
  • workshops
  • computer modelling/simulation.

This programme provides the opportunity to choose tasks from an appropriate field of different but equivalent assessment tasks at least once during each level of study. Offered in both core modules and optional modules this measure is designed to increase opportunities where appropriate.

Periodic testing techniques are normally appropriate to check the apprentices’ comprehension of basic principles and their application in specific contexts and include:

  • exams (open book, seen and unseen)
  • essays
  • projects
  • reports
  • presentations
  • debates
  • portfolio
  • mapping exercises.

Apprentices on all programmes will need to complete an End Point Assessment (EPA) to meet the apprenticeship standard alongside university assessments.

Employer and apprentice commitments

In order to deliver the programme, the employer undertakes to:

  • conduct a workplace induction and set out a contract of employment
  • provide an appropriately qualified workplace mentor to support the apprentice
  • attend apprentice's progress review (twice a year) 
  • ensure that an Occupational Health Screening and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check has been undertaken by the employer
  • release apprentice for scheduled off-the-job learning
  • have an Apprenticeship Agreement in place from the start of the programme.

Throughout the programme, apprentices will:

  • attend the workplace for the agreed pattern as set out in the employment contract 
  • record all training sessions and off-the-job learning 
  • attend scheduled university learning sessions and complete all assessments as required by the university and End Point Assessment Organisation
  • behave in a safe and responsible manner at the workplace and university
  • engage with regular progress reviews 
  • complete, throughout the apprenticeship, a professional development portfolio.

Staff profile

Noel Painting
Noel is a Senior Lecturer in the Built Environment. Before joining the University of Brighton (and on two sabbaticals since joining) Noel has worked in professional practice (in building and in civil engineering), for local authorities and with a major contractor. He qualified as a Chartered Quantity Surveyor in 1984 and his interested in design led him to study for a graduate diploma in architecture.

Since joining the university Noel has specialised in the economics, design and management of construction projects in both his teaching and research. He has been on the committee of the Association of Researchers in Construction Management (ARCOM). He also acts as a consultant to Festival Republic and Live Nation with particular reference to occupational and crowd safety in the build and management of large events.

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Facilities

The School of Architecture, Technology and Engineering has well-established laboratories in which apprentices are given practical experience supported by our skilled and knowledgeable technicians. This includes:

  • Hydraulics lab
  • Modelling studio
  • Dynamics lab
  • Heavy structures lab

Apprentices are provided with many opportunities to engage with the university's community including: university induction, access to extensive library facilities, becoming course representatives and a personal tutor for advice and guidance.

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Fees and funding information for apprentices

Course fees

As an apprentice the cost of your learning programme is covered by your employer through their Digital Apprenticeship Service (DAS) account.

Student finance

Higher and degree level apprentices are not eligible for any element of student finance. This is because they receive a salary instead of the student loan package. However, if you are experiencing any financial difficulties, please contact the Student Advice Service on 01273 642 888.

Learning support

Apprentices studying at Higher and degree level may be able to access funding in relation to additional support but this is available through the university and not Disabled Students Allowance. Apprentices may also be able to apply for Access to Work funding for work-based equipment and software. Please contact the Disability and Dyslexia team on 01273 643 799.

Living costs and benefits

Higher and degree level apprentices must fulfil the standard eligibility criteria in order to apply for means tested benefits such as Universal Credit, Child Tax Credit and Housing Benefit. If you have any questions about entitlement to benefits, please contact the Student Advice Service on 01273 643 888.

Higher and degree level apprentices who are undertaking a full-time mode of study can be treated as being exempt from paying Council Tax. Although some programmes require study on a day-release arrangement, this can still be classed as full-time study. You will need to obtain a letter from the Student Information Desk at any campus and send this to your Council Tax department when you enrol on the programme.

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I’ve always felt that apprenticeships are the best option for me, because I learn more effectively hands on rather than through more traditional routes. To anyone considering doing an apprenticeship, I would say definitely take it up. It's a route that can help you get places, and you can still achieve the same things that other people do in different ways.

Liam Major, Assistant Site Manager, Croudace Homes Limited

How this programme is delivered

How this programme will be taught

For the academic year that starts in September 2022 we’re planning for all students to be taught face-to-face on campus, enhanced by some online learning.

Students who started their course with us in 2021 are on campus for some face-to-face learning including tutorials, workshops, laboratory classes and studio sessions. They are also taking part in off-campus learning activities such as placements, field trips and study visits. And all of our campus facilities – libraries, learning spaces, restaurants, gyms and more are open.

Like all universities we are following government guidance and we are monitoring the pandemic very closely. Should Public Health advise it we have robust plans in place for additional safety measures to be introduced to enable everyone to continue learning on campus, and, as a last resort, for students to continue their learning remotely. We will update you regularly on our teaching plans for the next academic year as you progress your application with us.

 

When does my course start?

The 2022 academic year begins on Monday 26 September 2022. Teaching for most courses starts the following week.

Many education courses, some health science courses including Medicine, and some postgraduate business courses have an earlier start date. Check your offer letter for the start date of your course.

 

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Entry requirements

Higher National Certificate

Construction and the Built Environment or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject.

Level 4 Apprenticeship

This programme would be an ideal progression route for applicants who have completed one of the following apprenticeships: Construction Management, Building Services Engineering Technician, Construction Site Engineering Technician and Property Management.

Certificate of Higher Education

From a previous appropriate degree course.

National Vocational Qualification

Level 4 NVQ or Foundation degree in an appropriate subject.

GCSE

Grade C/4 or above in English and maths.

We operate a flexible admissions process and take achievements and experience into account. If applicants can demonstrate significant industry experience they may be eligible for admission without a level 4 qualification.

Other applications will be compared with the British Council International Guide to Qualifications in Educations. 

Applicants with non-standard qualifications should contact the school office at entec@brighton.ac.uk.

Location

Moulsecoomb campus

Two miles north of Brighton seafront, Moulsecoomb is our largest campus and student village. Over the last four years Moulsecoomb has undergone a major transformation, planned with accessibility, inclusivity and sustainability in mind.

On campus you’ll find professional-standard facilities and learning resources for all of our subjects and a brand new academic building Elm House, alongside the library, student centre, fitness facilities and the Students’ Union.

Moulsecoomb has easy access to buses and trains and to all the exciting things happening in our home city.

New buildings in the Moulsecoomb development viewed from the street

Why choose us?

  • This programme is accredited by the Chartered Insitute of Building
  • Apprenticeships rated 'Good' by Ofsted
  • Degrees with a difference: professional ethics, sustainability and corporate social responsibility are core values at the University of Brighton
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